Do Stretch Mark Creams Work?

Not in the way you might think. See what our testers discovered

Klein-Becker StriVectin-SD Intensive Concentrate for Existing Stretch Marks, $135Key ingredients: Striadril complex (with peptides), sesame and sweet almond oils, cocoa and shea butters *
Claims: "Dramatically reduces the appearance of existing stretch mark length, depth, and texture, and discoloration ... visible improvement of tone and texture"
Pros: Visible results
Cons: Expensive, inconvenient, uncomfortable (skin itched a bit), requires drying time, has a lingering, unpleasant scent
Comments: "Applying the product three times a day was challenging. It took only two weeks to see initial results [on fresh stretch marks], and satisfying results came two months later. The amount of product used is irrelevant; it's more important to apply it correctly and consistently. " -- Nancy

Good to know that there is some help out there, although it is likely if your mother has stretch marks, so will you...I did. They aren't pleasant, but they are there, and I earned them carrying my beautiful daughter!